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322 W 12th St

2570 Sowell Mill Pike
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1115 Nashville Hwy

2015 Williamsport Pike

525 Woods Dr
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1206 Parker St

318 E 12th St

209 N Bigby Dr
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1409 Highland Ave
Columbia, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,407 | $250 | $2,200 |
Columbia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $1,225 | $2,700 |
Columbia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,315 | $2,200 | $2,495 |
Columbia 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,733 | $2,600 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Kinley Flats priced from $839. Autumnwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $909. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Kinley Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
Autumnwood Apartments | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
Newly Renovated Oak View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $998 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia, TN
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia area is the $0.60 price per square foot 408 Hughes Ave Model at 408 Hughes Ave, Unit Basement Apartment in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Columbia apartment is the Two Bedroom Large Model at Lakes of Columbia starting at $1,580 with a $1.42 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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408 Hughes Ave, Unit Basement Apartment | 408 Hughes Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
Lakes of Columbia | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Jackson Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
Woodland Manor Condominiums | 2 Bedroom Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
Kinley at the Park | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
Columbia Hills Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
The Cosgrove | 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
Kinley Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
River Highlands | 2.2 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
The Kensington | Two Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia?
There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Columbia, TN with pricing that ranges from $839 to $3,998. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia ranging from $250 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia ranges from $250 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,880.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia range from $1,048 to $3,998, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,225 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,555.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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